Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8451: AN ACT RELATING TO FISH AND WILDLIFE -- DEER HUNTING
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 8451 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on April 15, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO FISH AND WILDLIFE -- DEER HUNTING. Primary sponsor: Tina Spears (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 5, 2026): 06/05/2026 Proposed Substitute.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Creates mechanism for New Shoreham to seek a time limited exemption from certain statewide deer hunting prohibitions.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 06/05/2026 Proposed Substitute
- 06/05/2026 Scheduled for consideration (06/08/2026)
- 05/19/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/15/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/19/2026)
- 04/15/2026 Introduced, referred to House Environment and Natural Resources